Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active compounds. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for creating analogs with enhanced binding properties. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions to introduce the pyridine moiety into larger drug-like molecules. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides and herbicides due to its electron-withdrawing characteristics and stability.